How far do soccer players sprint per match?

GPS tracking shows elite soccer players cover 900-1,200 m at high-speed running (>20 km/h) and 250-400 m at sprint speed (>25 km/h) per 90 minutes. Wingers and attacking midfielders tend toward higher values.

What are total distance benchmarks for different positions?

Elite male total distance: central defenders 10-11 km, central midfielders 11-13 km, wide midfielders 12-14 km. Central strikers cover less total distance but more high-intensity actions.

How does second half distance compare to first half?

Players typically cover 5-10% less total distance in the second half, with high-speed running declining 15-20%. This physical fatigue is associated with the increased goal-scoring frequency in the second half of matches.

Soccer Sprint Distance Per Match Calculator

Estimate total high-speed running and sprint distance by position for soccer, based on GPS data norms, to benchmark player fitness and guide conditioning targets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far do soccer players sprint per match?

What are total distance benchmarks for different positions?

How does second half distance compare to first half?